Senior Cloud Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Engineer to enhance their cloud infrastructure and operations in Stoke-on-Trent . This role is essential for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions that support the company's strategic goals. You will work closely with development and operations teams to ensure seamless deployment and efficient operation of applications and services. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated cloud professional to lead initiatives, drive automation, and contribute to the evolution of their cloud strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS or Azure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate application deployment and operational tasks.
• Monitor cloud environments for performance, security, and cost optimization opportunities.
• Develop and enforce cloud security best practices and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with software engineers to ensure applications are cloud-native and scalable.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior cloud engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, with a focus on infrastructure management and automation.
• Proven expertise with major cloud providers such as AWS , Azure , or GCP .
• Strong experience with containerization technologies (Docker , Kubernetes ) and orchestration tools.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python , Bash ) and IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Excellent understanding of networking, security, and monitoring within cloud environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Pension scheme with employer matching contributions.
• Generous allowance for training, certifications, and conferences.
• A hybrid working model offering flexibility, with a key presence in Stoke-on-Trent .